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UC Davis Aggies News / New Baseball Media / September 3
2026 MLB Draft Review: Washington Nationals
One year after the Nationals grabbed a haul, including Eli Willits, in the 2025 MLB Draft, Washington had a good chance to add top-tier talent. For 2026, Washington’s draft class haul included three accomplished college hitters, plus two high-upside high schoolers who the Nationals went above-slot to get.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / September 3
The three Washington Nationals relievers who have locked down a spot in the 2027 bullpen 
As we all know, the Nationals bullpen has been a mess. They have cycled through so many different options, with most being ineffective. The unit has blown a ludicrous 35 saves and their 5.02 bullpen ERA is the third worst in baseball.
Jarlin Susana News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 3
Nationals Star Prospect Jarlin Susana Could Be Destined for Bullpen Despite 'Wow' Stuff
The Washington Nationals have a special talent on their hands in Jarlin Susana. The 22-year-old has dominated the minor league ranks with his triple-digits fastball and electric slider.
The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Keibert Ruiz News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 3
Nationals Set to Evaluate Keibert Ruiz Further, Unsure About Status
On Wednesday, the Washington Nationals saw their catcher toss his mask off and lean over after getting smoked by a foul ball in the top of the fourth inning.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Seaver King News / Federal Baseball / September 3
Checking in on Chris Hacopian a month into his professional career
Almost two months ago, Paul Toboni made local product Chris Hacopian his first draft pick. He took the Maryland and Texas A&M slugger 11th overall thanks to his intriguing blend of hitting ability, plate discipline and raw power.
Landon Harmon News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 2
Nationals Top Prospect Landon Harmon Gets Massive Projection in Latest Scouting Report
The Washington Nationals are seeing some fruits of their labor when it comes to their pitching staff. Top prospect Luis Perales is on the big league roster, and although he's not performing well, there is still room for optimism based on his high-end stuff.
James Wood News / Athlon Sports / September 2
Nationals Designate Player for Assignment After James Wood News
The Washington Nationals welcomed back one of their biggest offensive pieces Wednesday, activating All-Star outfielder James Wood from the 10-day injured list ahead of their September stretch run.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 2
Nationals Designate Tom Cosgrove For Assignment, Activate James Wood
The Nationals announced Wednesday that they’ve reinstated slugger James Wood from the 10-day injured list. He’s been out for the past month due to an oblique strain.
Yohandy Morales News / Field Level Media / September 1
Yohandy Morales, Jared Simpson star in debuts as Nationals top Braves
Yohandy Morales finished a triple short of the cycle in his major league debut, Jared Simpson pitched three scoreless innings for the win in his debut and the Washington Nationals beat the visiting Atlanta Braves 9-5 Tuesday.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 1
Nationals Reveal Who Their Two Callups Are as MLB Rosters Expand
Teams across Major League Baseball have had Sept. 1 circled on their calendars for some time since that meant rosters expanded from 26 to 28 men. And for the Washington Nationals, there was a lot of speculation about who they might promote.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 1
Nationals Skipper Blake Butera Benched Jorbit Vivas Mid-Game, Why That Was Important
When Blake Butera was hired as the manager of the Washington Nationals, something that he preached when it came to his leadership was accountability. The first-year skipper was tasked with trying to install his ideal culture in a clubhouse that is the youngest in Major League Baseball.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1
Nationals To Select Jared Simpson
The Nationals are selecting the contract of lefty Jared Simpson, reports Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic. He’ll be the team’s second September call-up, joining previously reported infielder Yohandy Morales in that regard.
Erik Tolman News / Federal Baseball / September 1
This tool helped Erik Tolman become a flame-throwing big leaguer
When new Nationals reliever Erik Tolman pitches, you immediately notice a couple of things. The first is his upper 90’s velocity from the left side which has overwhelmed big league hitters so far.
Trevor Williams News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 1
Recently Released Nationals Pitcher Trevor Williams Inks MLB Deal With AL Team
Throughout the course of the 2026 season, Washington Nationals president of baseball operations Paul Toboni has made changes to the roster. Many people expected that to occur this past winter when he first was hired.
Yohandy Morales News / Federal Baseball / September 1
Washington Nationals call up the powerful Yohandy Morales
The Nats are calling up one of the more intriguing hitters in their system. Yohandy Morales was the Nationals second round pick in the 2023 draft. After grinding his way through minors, the 24 year old is finally going to get his first look at the minor leagues.
Daylen Lile News / Field Level Media / September 1
Nationals' Daylen Lile out to continue hot streak in matchup vs. Braves
Atlanta will try to cool off reigning National League Player of the Week Daylen Lile when the Braves open a two-game series against the Nationals in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday night.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / September 1
Miguel Sime Jr.’s meteoric rise awarded with Nationals’ MiLB accolade
With the Minor League Baseball season approaching its end as the calendar gets set to flip to September, fans, coaches, and analysts alike are beginning to fully evaluate the 2026 campaigns of prospects around the league.
Yohandy Morales News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31
Nationals To Select Yohandy Morales
The Nationals are calling up corner infield prospect Yohandy Morales with active rosters expanding on Tuesday, reports Yordano Carmona of Pelota Cubana USA.
Daylen Lile News / Field Level Media / August 31
Daylen Lile's two-homer game powers Nats' comeback over Marlins
Reigning National League Player of the Week Daylen Lile went 3-for-3 with a pair of two-run home runs and the Washington Nationals rallied past the visiting Miami Marlins 6-3 Monday night.
CJ Abrams News / Athlon Sports / August 30
Nationals Make CJ Abrams Decision After 130 Games
CJ Abrams is getting a new look in the Washington Nationals’ infield as the club continues evaluating its young core down the stretch. Abrams made his first start of the season at second base Sunday, with manager Blake Butera moving him from shortstop.
James Wood News / Athlon Sports / August 30
Nationals Manager Reveals the Plan for Injured All-Star James Wood
The Washington Nationals could soon have James Wood back in their lineup. Manager Blake Butera revealed that the All-Star outfielder will begin a minor league rehab assignment Sunday with the Double-A Harrisburg Senators as he works his way back from an oblique strain.
Cade Cavalli News / Yardbarker / August 27
Nationals' Cade Cavalli has been significant bright spot in the rotation
Washington Nationals right-handed starting pitcher Cade Cavalli has been a notable bright spot this season.
Washington Nationals News / Viral Sports News / August 25
Washington Nationals Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran
The Washington Nationals designated right-hander Trevor Williams for assignment on Tuesday, clearing a roster spot for Matt Waldron after claiming the knuckleballer off waivers from Toronto.
Jacob Young News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Nationals’ Jacob Young climbs wall to make the catch of the year
Washington Nationals outfielder Jacob Young might have just clinched the catch of the year nod in Major League Baseball. Young scaled the left field fence at LoanDepot Park in Miami on Sunday to steal an extra-base hit from Miami Marlins outfielder Heriberto Hernandez to end the third inning.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20
Rangers' Jacob deGrom joins exclusive club with latest milestone
Jacob deGrom entered the game Thursday night against the Washington Nationals just shy of reaching a major career milestone. deGrom's second strikeout of the game was the 2,000th strikeout of his career.
CJ Abrams News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15
Nationals make bold move that could define CJ Abrams’ future
The Washington Nationals are moving All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams to second base, manager Blake Butera announced Friday. Abrams has played the position exclusively during his five seasons with the club and will swap roles with Nasim Nunez in a gradual transition expected to take more than a day but less than several weeks.
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